Series synopsis
Aerial Britain is a documentary television series that premiered on Smithsonian Channel on April 27, 2019. It ended on April 11, 2021.
Journey to four regions of Britain, discovering the historical significance of the island from breathtaking heights.
Premise
Journey to four regions of Britain, discovering the historical significance of the island from breathtaking heights.
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 7 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 4 | April 27, 2019 | May 18, 2019 |
| Season 2 | 3 | March 28, 2021 | April 11, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Southern England Experience the region that gave us Shakespeare, Churchill, and Banksy, from epic heights. |
April 27, 2019 |
| 2 |
Northern England A flight over Northern England's legendary forests, dramatic moors, and mythic past. |
May 4, 2019 |
| 3 |
Wales Discover Wales' picturesque landscapes, historical monuments, and fascinating people, from above. |
May 11, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Sporting Life Great Britain is a land of castles, kings, and queens, but its historic identity also encompasses a deep-rooted passion for the outdoors and a love of sport. Enjoy a scenic journey over national parks that have captivated mountaineers, cyclists, and horse riders, and the historic courts, fields, and courses where crowds cheer on sports such as tennis, golf, cricket, and soccer. We also explore the nation's fascination with horsemanship--from equestrian events to polo, "the sport of kings"--as well as another type of horsepower: motorsports. |
March 28, 2021 |
| 2 |
National Treasures Scotland's Great Glen, the iron castles of Wales, and the legendary home of King Arthur. Across Great Britain, national treasures abound, from natural and man-made marvels to landmarks made famous by its heroes and legends. But which is the grandest? Which is the most beloved? Explore the wonders that put the "great" into the nation, all captured from breathtaking heights. Then discover the incredible stories behind these landmarks, and how each plays a seminal role in the United Kingdom's rich and colorful history. |
April 4, 2021 |
| 3 | Arts and Culture | April 11, 2021 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Smithsonian Channel |
|---|---|
| First aired | April 27, 2019 |
| Last aired | April 11, 2021 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Sunday at 20:00:00 |